Supreme Court Questions Govt on GM Crops

On January 11, the Supreme Court asked why the government’s Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) did not consider expert reports on genetically modified (GM) crops. The GEAC approves the release of GM organisms. SC Hearing Pleas Against GMOs The court ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Agriculture Current Affairs • Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN)

The government recently announced the development of niche solutions tailored for Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) base stations. This signals India’s intent to leverage Open RAN to improve connectivity, especially in rural areas. What is Open RAN? An Open ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 14-15, 2024

1. Recently, which scheme was launched by Karnataka Government for providing financial aid to unemployed graduates and diploma holders? [A] Yuva Nidhi scheme[B] State Programme for Youth Development[C] Kaushal Vikas scheme[D] Yuva Shakti Scheme Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Yuva ..

Operation Sarvashakti Launched

The Indian Army has launched Operation Sarvashakti in Jammu and Kashmir. It involves security forces on both sides of the Pir Panjal range. The goal is to flush out terrorists who have ambushed Indian troops in Rajouri and Poonch. Background ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Army Allows Specialized Lt Cols to Skip Command Roles

The Indian Army is bringing a new policy to let some officers stay longer in their specialty field. Normally, Lieutenant Colonels who are promoted to Colonel must change roles to command assignments. But the new rules let these officers keep ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

UPSC Current Affairs – January 14-15, 2024

Thiruvalluvar Depiction Controversy GS-1-Indian Culture Facts for Pre & Mains:  Thiruvalluvar Day marked by Tamil Nadu Governor and Chief Minister with differing depictions. Governor’s post shows Thiruvalluvar in saffron, sparking saffronisation allegations by DMK. Chief Minister’s post shows Thiruvalluvar in ..

Inaugural IUCN Assessment of the Himalayan Wolf

The Himalayan Wolf (Canis lupus chanco) is a prominent lupine predator found across the Himalayas. Its taxonomic status had been unclear until recently. The animal has now been assessed for the first time on the International Union for Conservation of ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Kerala Launches ‘Operation Amrith’

The Kerala Drug Control Department recently launched Operation Amrith (Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention For Total Health) to prevent the overuse of antibiotics in the state. The aim is to conduct surprise raids in pharmacies to detect over-the-counter (OTC) sales of antibiotics ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

2023 Global Water Monitor Report

The 2023 Global Water Monitor report reveals over 77 countries endured their highest average annual temperatures in the last 45 years. The unprecedented heat manifested across all seasons, influencing precipitation patterns along with water budgets. Warming Effects on Weather Systems ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

17 Districts in Jharkhand Witness Drought

The Jharkhand government recently declared 158 blocks across 17 districts as drought-hit after below-average rains, impacting nearly 1.5 million farmers. Recurring Rain Deficits Barely 4 out of Jharkhand’s 24 districts recorded normal monsoon rainfalls in 2022. During the critical kharif ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs